February weather forecastGrand Forks, ND
February
Weather in February
Moving into February, the Grand Forks weather remains in the firm grip of winter, albeit with slight changes. There is less cloud cover than in January and there is a small but noticeable increase in sunshine of approximately 0.3 hours. Though a transition month, its distinction comes from the lowest temperature of the year, dipping as low as 2.8°F (-16.2°C). However, the number of rainfall days is still quite low, suggesting dry winter weather for the most part. Pressure notably remains stable, providing no major shifts in atmospheric conditions.Temperature
February in Grand Forks reports an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C), slightly varied from January's 15.3°F (-9.3°C). An average low-temperature of 2.8°F (-16.2°C) is observed in Grand Forks during the February nights.Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months in Grand Forks, North Dakota.Rainfall
In Grand Forks, in February, it is raining for 1.2 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, there are 80.3 rainfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Grand Forks, North Dakota, during February, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Grand Forks, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.6 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in February in Grand Forks is 10h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST.
Sunshine
In February, the average sunshine in Grand Forks is 3.2h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in February leads to these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average high temperature in February: 18°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 2.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).
Average pressure in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average pressure in February: 30.16"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average wind speed in February: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average humidity in February: 91%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).
Average rainfall in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average rainfall in February: 0.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").
Average rainfall days in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average rainfall days in February: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.8 days).
Average snowfall in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average snowfall in February: 1.93"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average snowfall days in February: 11 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in February: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average sunshine days in February: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).
Average UV index in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average UV index in February: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average cloud cover in February: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in February
Grand Forks, ND
- Average visibility in February: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
